FLEX Your Goals Book Discussion

If you're unable to attend the discussion, FLEX is also discussing the book virtually on Google Hangouts. Please email Rachel at r.l.stiller15@gmail.com to be added to the group.

The Compound Effect is based on the principle that decisions shape your destiny. Little, everyday choices will either take you to the life you desire or to disaster by default. The Compound Effect is a distillation of the fundamental principles that is easy-to-use, it’s a step-by-step operating system that allows you to multiply your success, chart your progress, and achieve any desire.

The book can be found on Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble, and several other book sites and stores.

Friday, February 2nd

Nature Arts Showcase

5:00 PM - 7:00 PMBarrow-Civic Theatre, 1223 Liberty Street, FranklinThe Nature Arts Showcase will display 40+ artists including paintings, sculptures, photography, furniture, papier-mache, mixed media, glass mosaics, 3-D items, and fabric art pieces. Local artists portray outdoor activities, wildlife, and nature as found in Venango County. The free display opens on Friday, where the public may meet many of the participating artists during an informal reception in the lobby of the Barrow-Civic Theatre. The showcase is hosted by the Council on Greenways and Trails and non-profit partner Penn Soil Resource Conservation and Development Council. Come enjoy local natural art and provided refreshments!

Event Cost: free

For more information about this event, please contact:Marilyn Black
814-677-3152 ext. 105

FLEX Dinner & Show Social

5:30 PMBella Cucina | Barrow Civic TheatreJoin FLEX for a fancy night in Franklin! We'll meet at Bella Cucina at 5:30 p.m. for networking, cocktails, and dinner, then head to the Barrow Civic Theatre for a showing of Liberty Cabaret Goes to the Movies.

ONLY 20 SPOTS AVAILABLE!

Dinner at Bella's will be dutch treat. The first 20 to RSVP will get a free show ticket and a beverage at the Barrow.

The room at dinner only fits 20, but, even if you don't RSVP in time, you are welcome to purchase your own ticket from the Barrow and meet us at the show after dinner.

Some FLEX members will be dressing up (cocktail attire), but you are welcome to dress how you are most comfortable.

You must RSVP to Ashley at acowles@venangochamber.org or (814) 676-8521.

For more information about this event, please contact:Ashley Cowles
FLEX - Venango Chamber814-676-8521www.venangoflex.org

Event Tags: Arts - Performing, Food & Beverage

Saturday, February 3rd

Creative Peeps Art Club

10:00 AM - 11:00 AMChicken Coop Studio 306, Crawford Center, 511 Hill Street, EmlentonCreative Peeps are getting together once a month, on the 1st Saturday, to make art at the Coop. Join us as we explore different art mediums through a variety of fun projects. Each month we will focus on a particular subject or technique. At the end of the year, we will host an art show for all the Creative Peeps and their families! Ages 4+. (Children under 4 may join, but MUST be accompanied by an adult.) Deadline to register is November 1st or when space runs out. You are encouraged to register early to ensure your spot!

Nature Arts Showcase

10:00 AM - 7:00 PMBarrow-Civic Theatre, 1223 Liberty Street, FranklinThe Nature Arts Showcase will display 40+ artists including paintings, sculptures, photography, furniture, papier-mache, mixed media, glass mosaics, 3-D items, and fabric art pieces. Local artists portray outdoor activities, wildlife, and nature as found in Venango County. The free display opens on Friday, where the public may meet many of the participating artists during an informal reception in the lobby of the Barrow-Civic Theatre. The showcase is hosted by the Council on Greenways and Trails and non-profit partner Penn Soil Resource Conservation and Development Council. Come enjoy local natural art!

Event Cost: free

For more information about this event, please contact:Marilyn Black
814-677-3152 ext. 105

For more information about this event, please contact:Sarah Goodman
Drake Well Museum and Park814-827-2797 ext. 111www.drakewell.org

Sunday, February 4th

Celebration of Talent contest

2:00 PMBarrow-Civic Theatre, FranklinThis year's Celebration of Talent contest will span quite the range in ages and in talents. 12 performers from ages 8 to 87 will compete for a top prize of $500 cash, and YOUR vote counts! The contests include singers, musicians, and dancers, who will display their talents on stage and only move on from the preliminary round if receiving the top 5 in the number of votes from the audience. The competition is presented by the theater and Franklin Rotary Club. Come support local talent!

For more information about this event, please contact:Barrow-Civic Theatre814-437-3440

Saturday, February 10th

Art Journaling

10:00 AMChicken Coop Studio 306, 511 Hill Street, Emlenton, PA 16373This is for anyone who likes drawing, painting, journaling, scrapbooking or planning. The art journals will allow us to use a variety of techniques to explore new and different approaches to designing on paper. February's theme will be "Love" and our focus will be on paint scraping and mixed media. Our goal is to do your own thing within these parameters. Feel free to bring your own journal or you will be able to purchase one along with the class.

Oil Valley Quilters Guild

1:30 PM - 4:00 PMChurch of the Nazarene, Oil CityMonthly meeting, Oil Valley Quilters Guild.
Oil Valley Quilters Guild, National Quilting Association Chapter, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and education of quilting arts chapter of Membership is open to all who live in the Oil Region of Pennsylvania. Members of all skill levels are welcomed, from beginner to expert. Youth are given free membership with an adult member sponsorship. Membership dues are $25.00. Meetings include a program or presentation of quilting techniques. The guild participates in various charity and community outreach projects.

"No Strings Attached: A Pinocchio Story"

The show encompasses 75 students ages 8 to 18 years old serving as both actors and working backstage on the technical aspects- lights, sound, props, special effects, and sets.

The students come from not only Venango County but a five-country radius including Mercer, Crawford, Forest, and Clarion counties.

Tickets may be purchased by calling the box office or online.

Come support the local youth!

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Event Cost: $13 for adults; $12 for seniors and military membe

For more information about this event, please contact:Franklin Civic Operetta Association's Youth Thertre814-437-3440www.barrowtheare.com

Event Tags: Arts - Performing, Family & Fun

Saturday, February 17th

FLEX Book Discussion

11:00 AM - 12:30 PMKarma Coffee Co (Seneca St, Oil City)This is the final discussion on The Compound Effect, as part of our FLEX Your Goals Program. Please have the book complete.

If you're unable to attend the discussion, we are also discussing the book virtually on Google Hangouts. Please email Rachel at r.l.stiller15@gmail.com to be added to the group.

The Compound Effect is based on the principle that decisions shape your destiny. Little, everyday choices will either take you to the life you desire or to disaster by default. The Compound Effect is a distillation of the fundamental principles that is easy-to-use, it’s a step-by-step operating system that allows you to multiply your success, chart your progress, and achieve any desire.

The book can be found on Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble, and several other book sites and stores.

Event Cost: Dutch treat

For more information about this event, please contact:Ashley Cowles
FLEX - Venango Chamber814-676-8521www.venangoflex.org

"No Strings Attached: A Pinocchio Story"

The show encompasses 75 students ages 8 to 18 years old serving as both actors and working backstage on the technical aspects- lights, sound, props, special effects, and sets.

The students come from not only Venango County but a five-country radius including Mercer, Crawford, Forest, and Clarion counties.

Tickets may be purchased by calling the box office or online.

Come support the local youth!

Event Cost: $13 for adults; $12 for seniors and military membe

For more information about this event, please contact:Franklin Civic Operetta Association's Youth Theatre814-437-3440www.barrowtheare.com

Event Tags: Arts - Performing, Family & Fun

Monday, February 19th

Cake Decorating Course 1 (2 nights)

6:00 PM - 9:00 PMBROWNS PRIMITIVE SCENTIMENTS 110 S. Washington St. Titusville PALearn to make buttercream icing, core buttercream decorating techniques. $65 ($25 required at registration-remaining $40 due first night) Fee includes kit with all tools needed, Guide book, icing for first session, six hours instruction and Certification of completion. Small Supply list provided at time of registration. Register by Wed. 14th

Event Cost: $65

For more information about this event, please contact:Deb Brown
Browns Primitive Scentiments814-573-1412

Tuesday, February 20th

2018 Block of the Month at Amazing Stitches

1:00 PM - 4:00 PMAmazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373Join us and create a beautiful quilt by Wing & a Prayer Design. Your kit includes everything you need to create this 106" square (finished) quilt except backing.* Each month, meet at Amazing Stitches on the 3rd Tuesday or Wednesday from 1-4pm or Thursday from 6-8pm to pick up that month's piece and work on your project.

Contact Dixie to reserve your kit. Kits are prepared when you order, so they must be reserved in advance.

Wednesday, February 21st

2018 Block of the Month at Amazing Stitches

1:00 PM - 4:00 PMAmazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373Join us and create a beautiful quilt by Wing & a Prayer Design. Your kit includes everything you need to create this 106" square (finished) quilt except backing.* Each month, meet at Amazing Stitches on the 3rd Tuesday or Wednesday from 1-4pm or Thursday from 6-8pm to pick up that month's piece and work on your project.

Contact Dixie to reserve your kit. Kits are prepared when you order, so they must be reserved in advance.

Venango Area Chamber Annual Awards Banquet

5:00 PM - 8:30 PMCross Creek Resort, Rt. 8 Titusville, PAJoin us as we celebrate our 2017 Outstanding Citizen Urania "Rainy" Linn and as we recognize the nominees for the 2017 Business of the Year and Partner in Business.

Reservations can be made by printing and returning the form below or by calling the Chamber.

This event requires registration.Register »To register for this event, please use the website's contact form. Be sure to include the Company name and names of additional attendees (for RSVPs). We will contact you for additional details. Thank you!For more information about this event, please contact:Dottie Tawney
814-676-8521 ext. 814www.venangochamber.org

Event Tags: Food & Beverage

Folded Book Art - 2 Hearts

6:00 PMChicken Coop Studio 306, 511 Hill Street, Emlenton, PA 16373Students will create a piece of art using a book and folding the pages to create the heart design.
AGES: 18+
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 14th

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM484 Allegheny Blvd., Suite C, Franklin, PA 16323 - in the gray office buildingHeritage Elder Law & Estate Planning is celebrating the grand opening of their Franklin location. Please join them on Thursday, February 22nd at 4:00PM for a ribbon cutting ceremony followed by a grand opening open house until 7:30PM. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Event Cost: FREE

For more information about this event, please contact:Leigh Black
Heritage Elder Law & Estate Planning, LLC.814-221-6995

Project Night at Amazing Stitches

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMAmazing Stitches Sewing and Quilt Shop, 611 Main St, Emlenton, PA 16373Join us every Thursday for Project Night. Bring whatever you're working on! If you can't make it to one of our afternoon project classes, come during Project Night. Bring your machine and project materials.

Herbs For Your Health - Tinctures

6:00 PM - 7:30 PMBROWNS PRIMITIVE SCENTIMENTS 110 S. Washington St. Titusville PAHow to make your own tinctures from fresh & dried herbs. How to use herbs for your health and which herbs work for what. $15 Register by Mon. 19th with $5 deposit. Call/text 814-573-1412, message me on facebook or stop in the store

Event Cost: $15

For more information about this event, please contact:Deb Brown
Browns Primitive Scentiments814-573-1412

11th Annual Oil Country Bluegrass Festival

Cold for a Cause POLAR PLUNGE

9:00 AMCrosby Beach, Two Mile Run County ParkThe Oil City YMCA and Two Mile Run County Park are hosting the first Cold for a Cause polar plunge. Registration is from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The plunge takes place in 10-person waves starting at noon.

Come support local youth through the YMCA annual campaign for needed improvements at the Two Mile Run Park.

Participants will receive T-shirts for gathering a minimum of $15 in pledges. T-shirts and towels awarded to those who collect at least $100. Those collecting $500 in pledges will earn a T-shirt, towel, and hooded sweatshirt. Pledge forms are available at www.oilcityymca.org/resources.

Registration required.

For more information about this event, please contact:Jen Kissell-DudekOil City YMCA and Two Mile Run County Park814-677-3000www.oilcityymca.org/resources

Something More Saturdays

10:00 AM - 3:00 PMDrake Well Museum and ParkCome and enjoy unique and entertaining learning experiences not included in a typical visit to the museum! Program included with regular admission fees.

Event Cost: Program included with regular admission fees.

For more information about this event, please contact:Sarah Goodman
Drake Well Museum and Park814-827-2797 ext. 111www.drakewell.org

Oil Country Bluegrass Festival

1:00 PMDays Inn, Oil City, PAA weekend of LIVE bluegrass music!

For more information about this event, please contact:Days Inn, Oil City814-677-1221

Sunday, February 25th

Oil Country Bluegrass Festival

9:00 AMDays Inn, Oil City, PAA weekend of LIVE bluegrass music!

For more information about this event, please contact:Days Inn, Oil City814-677-1221

Oil Heritage Festival Bike 'n Brew Meeting

5:30 PM - 7:00 PMScierka's Tavern (100 Elk St, Oil City)Help plan the Third Annual Bike 'n Brew! At this meeting, we'll discuss logistics of the event and plans for contacting brewers, sponsors, and vendors. Anyone interested in helping with the event is invited to attend.

A family-style meal will be provided by Scierka's for this meeting for $5 a person (not including drinks). Please email acowles@venangochamber.org if you plan to eat.

The Oil Heritage Bike 'n Brew will take place on Saturday, July 21, in Justus Park in Oil City, with outdoor activities and a brewfest with samples from local and national breweries.

Event Cost: $5/dinner

For more information about this event, please contact:Ashley Cowles
FLEX - Venango Chamber814-676-8521www.ohfbikenbrew.org

Open Studio at Chicken Coop Studio 306

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMChicken Coop Studio 306, Crawford Center, 511 Hill Street, EmlentonThe studio will be open every 4th Tuesday of the month from 6-8pm for anyone 18+ to come and work on a project. Drop in anytime during open studio hours! We have art supplies stocked at the studio (we ask for a small fee to cover canvases, etc.) or you can bring your own and just use our awesome space! It's a great chance to get together with friends. Coffee and water are available.

Cost: FREE (donations are accepted to help purchase art supplies)
or $5 to complete provided project.

Calendar Quick Jump - 2018

Other great sources for local happenings:

Be Here, an initiative of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce, is your one stop for information about living, working, and playing HERE. The Play Here page has a list of ways to enjoy outdoor recreation, arts, youth and family activities, and more!